nearly 50, late diagnosis and hi.

Smrtr

New member
Hi all, I never know what to write here. I’m very introvert and have become very withdrawn post pandemic. Life was reasonable till then - but then the kids both crashed out offf secondary school - both diagnosed autistic and still very isolated. I was finally diagnosed last year as autistic and also suggested to get an ADHD diagnosis - but that’s now become very clear as well. I’ve been trying to put a brave face on everything and keep plodding on but it’s really become a bit of a challenge.

I’m an engineer, I love problem solving. I love reading or rather starting books - not so good at finishing them :) Play games to calm myself and love getting out and walking and really need to be super active. Really don’t know what to say I am just very socially awkward and lost confidence. I’m from the East Midlands so hi anyone else from the area :)

anyway hopefully I can learn how to navigate this place and no doubt there are plenty in similar situations that I can learn from :)
Thanks
Simon